Data Center Hardware Operations Lead

Google Inc.; Council Bluffs (IA); On-site; USD 138,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Google is seeking a Data Center Operations Manager, Hardware Operations in Council Bluffs, IA to lead Data Center Technicians and oversee server hardware, Linux clusters, and complex networking components. You will drive critical initiatives across security, maintenance, and networking, and use data analytics to identify trends and drive improvements.

This role requires 8 years in computing infrastructure, 5 years leading technical teams, and a technical bachelor’s degree or equivalent.

Qualifications

• 8 years of experience in computing infrastructure, networking, operating systems, or hardware.
• 5 years of experience managing technical, vendor, contract management, or delivery teams.
• Ability to work non-standard hours, including weekends, night shifts, holidays and on shift-based schedules.

Responsibilities

• Lead Data Center Technicians and manage the physical infrastructure behind Google's search technology.
• Oversee installations, configurations, and maintenance of server hardware and Linux clusters; manage high-level networking components.

Skills

Team leadership

Problem solving

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in a technical field

Tools

Server hardware

Linux clusters

Routers & switches

Job description

Google is seeking a Data Center Operations Manager, Hardware Operations in Council Bluffs, IA to lead Data Center Technicians and oversee server hardware, Linux clusters, and complex networking components. You will drive critical initiatives across security, maintenance, and networking, and use data analytics to identify trends and drive improvements.

This role requires 8 years in computing infrastructure, 5 years leading technical teams, and a technical bachelor’s degree or equivalent.